Level 3 Nursery Practitioner – Stevenage, Hertfordshire | Up to £32,000

Early Years Academy; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Early Years Academy in Stevenage is seeking a Level 3 Nursery Practitioner to deliver high-quality early years education in a stimulating environment. The successful candidate will have a full Level 3 qualification in Childcare or Early Years, a sound understanding of EYFS, safeguarding responsibilities and strong teamwork skills, with a warm, caring and professional approach.

Join a dedicated nursery team and contribute to children’s learning, development and wellbeing, with opportunities for

Qualifications

• A full and relevant Level 3 qualification in Childcare or Early Years.
• Strong understanding of the EYFS statutory framework.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection responsibilities.
• Ability to provide safe, nurturing and developmentally appropriate childcare.
• Confident planning and delivering engaging learning experiences.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Passion for supporting children’s learning, development and wellbeing.
• Commitment to equality and inclusive Early Years practice.

Responsibilities

• Providing high-quality care and early education for babies, toddlers and preschool children.
• Supporting children’s learning and development in line with the EYFS framework.
• Planning and delivering creative, age-appropriate learning experiences.
• Encouraging independence, confidence, curiosity and communication skills.
• Observing, assessing and recording children’s learning progress.
• Supporting children’s individual interests and learning needs.
• Acting as a key person for allocated group of children.
• Building secure, positive and nurturing relationships with children.
• Creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity.
• Supporting children with SEND.
• Maintaining a safe, clean, welcoming nursery environment.
• Promoting emotional wellbeing and positive behaviour.
• Supporting personal care routines and mealtimes.
• Encouraging outdoor learning and play-based learning.
• Building relationships with parents and carers, communicating progress.
• Working with colleagues to maintain high childcare standards.
• Following safeguarding and health & safety policies.
• Maintaining records and completing observations/assessments.
• Participating in staff meetings and professional development.
• Supporting the nursery’s commitment to high-quality Early Years education.

Skills

Warm personality

Patience

Communication

Teamwork

Childcare passion

Professional demeanor

Education

Level 3 childcare/early years qualification

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding knowledge

Job description

LEVEL 3 NURSERY PRACTITIONER – STEVENAGE, HERTFORDSHIRE

Location: Stevenage, Hertfordshire

Salary: Up to £32,000 per annum, depending on qualifications and experience

Position: Level 3 Nursery Practitioner / Qualified Early Years Educator

Qualification Required: Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification

LEVEL 3 NURSERY PRACTITIONER JOB IN STEVENAGE – EARN UP TO £32,000 PER YEAR

Are you a passionate, caring and enthusiastic Level 3 qualified Nursery Practitioner looking for an exciting new childcare opportunity in Stevenage, Hertfordshire?

Early Years Academy is recruiting a dedicated and experienced Level 3 Nursery Practitioner for a nursery in Stevenage, offering a competitive salary of up to £32,000 per annum, depending on qualifications and experience.

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified Early Years professional who enjoys working with babies, toddlers and preschool children, delivering engaging learning experiences and helping young children reach their full potential.

We are looking for someone who is committed to providing outstanding childcare and early education, understands the importance of safeguarding and enjoys creating a positive, nurturing and stimulating environment where every child feels safe, valued and supported.

As a Level 3 Nursery Practitioner, you will play an essential role in supporting children’s learning and development in accordance with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), building positive relationships with families and working closely with colleagues to maintain high standards of care.

Whether you’re an experienced Nursery Practitioner looking for a fresh challenge or a newly qualified Level 3 Early Years Educator ready to develop your career, we would love to hear from you.

Please note: Applicants must hold a full and relevant Level 3 qualification in Childcare or Early Years. This vacancy is for qualified Level 3 practitioners only.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Providing high-quality care and early education for babies, toddlers and preschool children.
• Supporting children’s learning and development in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) statutory framework.
• Planning and delivering creative, stimulating and age-appropriate learning experiences.
• Encouraging children’s independence, confidence, curiosity and communication skills.
• Observing, assessing and recording children’s learning and developmental progress.
• Supporting children’s individual interests, abilities and learning needs.
• Acting as a key person for an allocated group of children, where required.
• Building secure, positive and nurturing relationships with children.
• Creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports every child’s development.
• Supporting children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
• Maintaining a safe, clean, welcoming and stimulating nursery environment.
• Promoting children’s emotional wellbeing and positive behaviour.
• Supporting children’s personal care routines, including mealtimes, toileting, hygiene and rest periods.
• Encouraging outdoor learning, sensory exploration and learning through play.
• Building positive relationships with parents and carers and communicating children’s progress.
• Working collaboratively with nursery colleagues to maintain high standards of childcare.
• Following safeguarding, child protection, health and safety and nursery policies.
• Maintaining accurate records and completing observations and assessments as required.
• Participating in staff meetings, training and professional development activities.
• Supporting the nursery’s commitment to providing high-quality Early Years education.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• A full and relevant Level 3 qualification in Childcare or Early Years.
• A good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) statutory framework.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection responsibilities.
• The ability to provide safe, nurturing and developmentally appropriate childcare.
• Confidence planning and delivering engaging learning experiences.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• A caring, enthusiastic and professional approach.
• A genuine passion for supporting children’s learning, development and wellbeing.
• A commitment to equality, diversity and inclusive Early Years practice.
• The ability to follow nursery policies, procedures and safeguarding requirements.
• Previous experience working in a nursery, preschool or other Early Years setting would be advantageous.

Experience working with babies, toddlers or preschool children, supporting children with SEND or undertaking key-person responsibilities would also be beneficial.

Important: Level 2-only qualifications and candidates who have not yet completed a full and relevant Level 3 qualification will not meet the qualification requirement for this vacancy.

PERSONAL QUALITIES

• Warm, friendly and approachable.
• Passionate about working with young children.
• Caring, patient and understanding.
• Creative and enthusiastic when planning activities.
• Reliable, organised and committed.
• Confident communicating with children, parents and colleagues.
• Able to work independently and as part of a nursery team.
• Responsive to children’s individual needs and interests.
• Dedicated to safeguarding and promoting children’s welfare.
• Committed to providing an inclusive and nurturing learning environment.
• Motivated to develop their Early Years knowledge and skills.
• Professional, positive and enthusiastic about childcare.

SALARY AND CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

• Competitive salary of up to £32,000 per annum, depending on qualifications and experience.
• Opportunity to work as a qualified Level 3 Nursery Practitioner.
• Opportunity to develop knowledge and experience of the EYFS.
• Opportunity to support children’s learning and development during their earliest years.
• Opportunity to strengthen skills in curriculum planning, observations and assessments.
• Opportunity to gain experience supporting children with a range of individual needs.
• Scope to discuss continued professional development and future career progression.
• Working hours, contract arrangements and any additional employment benefits will be confirmed during the recruitment process.

WHY WORK AS A LEVEL 3 NURSERY PRACTITIONER?

Working as a Level 3 Nursery Practitioner is an incredibly rewarding career that allows you to make a lasting difference in children’s lives.

During their earliest years, children develop essential communication, social, emotional and physical skills that provide the foundations for future learning.

As a qualified Early Years professional, you will help children explore their interests, build confidence, develop independence and discover the world around them.

Every day brings opportunities to create memorable learning experiences, support important developmental milestones and build meaningful relationships with children and their families.

For passionate childcare professionals, a Nursery Practitioner position offers the opportunity to use their qualifications and experience to help children thrive.

SAFETY AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

Early Years Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Appointment will be subject to appropriate safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, right-to-work verification and confirmation of relevant qualifications.

We welcome applications from suitably qualified candidates from all backgrounds and are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion throughout the recruitment process.

Applicants must hold a full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification.

We welcome applications from qualified Nursery Practitioners living in Stevenage, Knebworth, Hitchin, Letchworth Garden City, Welwyn, Baldock, Ware and surrounding areas who are able to travel to the nursery.